Deer season opens in October in most of Idaho

In some
areas, a regular deer tag allows hunters to take either mule deer or
white-tailed deer. A white-tailed deer tag allows hunters to take only a
white-tail.

Many
areas across the state also offer antlerless youth hunt opportunities, but check
the 2012 big game rules brochure carefully for the areas where youth hunts are
open.

To hunt
deer in Idaho during the regular season, a hunter must have valid 2012 Idaho
hunting license and a deer tag.

Fish and
Game law enforcement officials ask that hunters report any poaching or
suspicious activities they encounter or hear about while hunting. Most serious
poaching cases are cracked and won only with the help of ordinary Idaho
residents, hunters or others who report crimes.

Hunters
with information about a wildlife crime may call the Citizens Against Poaching
hotline at
1-800-632-5999,
24 hours a day. Callers may remain anonymous. Or they may call the nearest Fish
and Game office or local law enforcement.

Hunters
also are encouraged to pick up a free copy of the Idaho Department of Fish and
Game's backcountry game meat care guide. The guide has helpful tips to ensure
proper handling of game to avoid wasting the meat. The guide is available at
Fish and Game offices and license vendors.